Secretariat of CITES

The Secretariat of CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) is the international organization responsible for supporting and coordinating the implementation of the treaty among its member countries. It facilitates communication, provides scientific and technical advice, and encourages cooperation to ensure that trade in wildlife and plants does not threaten their survival. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the Secretariat helps enforce regulations that protect endangered species by promoting sustainable trade practices and compliance with CITES agreements worldwide.